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NVMe 2.0 brings several changes including support for Hard Disk Drives 

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NVMe 2.0 brings several changes including support for Hard Disk Drives 

Non-Volatile Memory Express (or NVMe in short) was introduced a decade ago as a communication protocol between host software and non-volatile memory. Today, it is the industry standard when it comes to Solid State Drives (SSDs). NVM Express recently launched the specifications of NVMe version 2 (NVMe 2.0 in short).

Its specifications have been restructured to facilitate easy and rapid implementation of NVMe solutions across the growing NVMe device environment. Interestingly, the environment now includes Hard Disk Drives as well.

NVMe 2.0 key features:

Zone Namespaces (ZNS)

It is a software interface that is different from the traditional block models that got inherited down to SSD from older storage devices. 

NVMe Zone Namespace inherits Read, Write, and Flush commands from NVM Command Set. Here, the data block location (Logical Block Addressing) is divided into zones of fixed sizes. These zone sizes are configurable, and data can only be written sequentially. Storage Vendors can decide on zone mapping and erasing block schemes.

NVMe Family of Specifications

ZNS improves the overall performance of the device, while also reducing the cost. By allowing the device and the host to work together, it simplifies the process of data placement. In addition, more media capacity is available to the host. 

Key Value

It defines the communication between the host and the storage device at the register level. This specification defines the functionality of the Key Value Command set, which the controller implements.

The size of a Key Value pair depends on the size of the key and the value. The software communicates directly with the drive using these KV pairs. The process does not require a block address. As a result, there is no need for translation tables between keys and storage blocks.

Endurance Group Management

NVMe has now added new capacity management features to the Endurance Groups. These groups help manage storage pools larger than namespace.

NVMe 2.0 Endurance Group

Endurance Groups can be created and deleted. With NVME 2.0 specifications, they can even be allocated media units. This represents the granularity of data accessibility on SSD and helps improve control. 

NVME 2.0 support for HDDs

Finally, the NVMe protocol is expanding to the Hard Disk Drives (HDD) as well. NVMe 2.0 specifications define features, management capabilities, and other improvements for HDDs. It may sound odd for NVMe to support HDD when most common Hard Disks cannot fully utilize the 600 MB/s throughputs of the SATA 3 interface. 

However, we have seen technological advancement in recent times that has increased the speeds of Hard Disks quite significantly. For instance, the new Seagate Mach.2 boasts a transfer speed of up to 524 MB/s. Who knows, maybe Hard Disks will get fast enough to compete with SSDs in the future.

Seagate Mach.2 Exos 2X14 World's fastest HDD hard disk drive

On the other hand, this also means that manufacturers can choose NVMe, and avoid SATA altogether. If successful, this could help reduce confusion about different drive interfaces among consumers. While this may or may not be the case in the future, this unification of storage standards could help NVMe over Fabrics (NVMe-oF) down the line.

Extended CRC Mechanism

NVMe 2.0 extends its Cyclic Redundancy Check Mechanism (CRC) to accommodate 32- and 64-bits keywords. Initially, it was limited to just 16 bits. Since CRC works by having a keyword divide the actual transfer message and tallying the remainders at the two ends, using larger keywords reduces the errors going unnoticed.

Command Group Control

Command Group Control is a security feature that prevents unintended changes to a system. These changes could be unintentional or could originate from malicious software. This is somehow similar to the already existing Namespace Write Protection.

Namespace Write Protection

The Common Group Control allows normal read and write operation, but bars any admin commands that can modify the drive’s configuration. After the setup, the feature will only stop when explicitly unlocked or in case of a power cycle. 

NVME 2.0: Backward Compatibility

NVMe 2.0 is backward compatible. It means that SSD based on the new specification will work with present-day motherboards and drives.

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DishHome customers can now enjoy 25 Mbps internet for just Rs. 233/month

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DishHome customers can now enjoy 25 Mbps internet for just Rs. 233/month

Nepal’s internet market witnessed a great shift in the balance after CG Communications introduced CG Net. DishHome, which is another relatively new player in the country’s internet space has announced 10 Mbps and 25 Mbps FiberNet plans at minimal cost for customers who subscribe to their Lifestyle HD Package.

DishHome FiberNet Plan for Lifestyle HD Package: 

The company’s journey began as a satellite television provider and recently expanded into the ISP industry in Nepal. As part of a combo deal, DishHome is offering 25 Mbps internet for just Rs. 233 a month, as well as a free 10 Mbps FTTH connection. But as mentioned earlier, this offer is only available to the subscribers of DishHome’s Lifestyle HD package.

How to subscribe

Here, the Lifestyle HD package costs Rs. 600 per month where 10 Mbps internet is bundled for free. Its yearly subscription costs Rs. 7,200 and about the satellite TV package itself, you’re getting 62 HD and 138 SD channels.

Similarly, if you add Rs. 233 per month to the Lifestyle HD bundle, you can enjoy an increased bandwidth to 25 Mbps. To note, while setting up a new connection, you will need to pay a one-time charge for a refundable deposit, cable, and router.

Price Internet
DishHome Lifestyle HD Package Rs. 600 10 Mbps
DishHome Lifestyle HD Package Rs. 600 + 233 25 Mbps
Router Charge Rs. 1,000 (1 month), Rs. 500 (3/6/12 months)
Drop Wire Rs. 500 (1/3/6 months), Free (12 months)
Refundable Deposit Rs. 500

DishHome FiberNet Coverage

The company’s internet service is already available in about 90% of Kathmandu Valley, with plans to extend it to the remaining areas within two months. It is also available in Hetauda, Itahari, and Inaruwa, and will be expanded to major cities throughout the country by 2021. Moreover, DishHome has stated that it’ll soon introduce 150 and 200 Mbps internet packages as well.

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Vivo Y70t 5G launched with Exynos 880 and a triple camera setup

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Vivo Y70t 5G launched with Exynos 880 and a triple camera setup

Vivo has launched its latest 5G smartphone in China. Despite the moniker, the Y70t is a lot like the Y51s that was released last year. In this post, we will be looking at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Vivo Y70t 5G in Nepal.

Vivo Y70t 5G Overview:

Design and Display

Here, the Vivo Y70t is built around a 6.53-inch LCD panel. Its 2340 x 1080 resolution results in a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The device has a left-aligned punch-hole camera cutout. It is a standard 60Hz panel with support for 16.7 million colors. It has a 90.72% screen ratio and a 1500:1 contrast ratio.

Vivo Y70t 5G Color options

The phone has a reflective back cover. Users can choose between three finishes – Sea Blue, Secret Black, and Snow White. The fingerprint scanner is on the side. Thus, the rear panel houses the vertical camera bump and Vivo branding only.

Performance and Memory

Y70t is powered by Exynos 880 which is built on Samsung’s 8nm process. This chipset has two Cortex-A77 (@ 2.0GHz) and six Cortex-A55 cores (@ 1.8GHz). It also has a dedicated 5G modem with dual 5G SIM support.

With this, the Y70t can connect to both SA and NSA 5G networks. There is Smart Network Switch that can dynamically switch between Wi-Fi, 4G, and 5G for a smoother network experience.

Samsung Exynos 880 5G Chipset

Moving on, the cooling mechanism on the Y70t 5G consists of a liquid-cooler, multi-layer graphite layer, and thermal gel. Together with the AI power saver, it can reduce the core temperature by 10º C.

The phone arrives in two RAM variants – 6GB and 8GB. Both variants feature 128GB of internal storage. There is also an 8/256GB variant. Furthermore, the storage is expandable with a MicroSD card.

Rest of the specs

The vertical camera bump at the back is home to a triple camera setup. Its 48MP primary camera shoots 4-in-1 pixel-binned images by default. It is capable of recording 4K videos, too. While there is no Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), Vivo has compensated this with Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS).

Vivo Y70t 5G battery and charging

Unfortunately, Vivo has not included an ultrawide camera here as a measure of cost-cutting. Instead, users will have to be content with the 2MP macro and 2MP portrait lens. For selfies, there is an 8MP f/2.05 shooter upfront. It maxes out at 1080p recording.

Fueling the device is a 4,500mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. It ships with FunTouch OS 10.5 based on Android 10.

Vivo Y70t 5G Specifications:

  • Body: 162.05 x 76.61 x 8.46mm, 190 gm
  • Display: 6.53-inches FHD LCD, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 90.72% screen ratio
  • Chipset: Exynos 880 5G (8nm)
  • Memory: 6/8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128/256GB UFS 2.1 storage (expandable)
  • Rear Camera: Triple (48MP with EIS, 2MP depth, 2MP macro)
  • Front Camera: 8MP lens (punch-hole)
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
  • Battery: 4,500mAh with 15W fast charging

Vivo Y70t 5G Price in Nepal & Availability

The price of Vivo Y70t 5G starts at 1,499 Yuan in China for the 6/128GB model. Likewise, the 8/128GB and 8/256GB variants cost 1,699 Yuan and 1,999 Yuan, respectively. We expect the price of Vivo Y70t 5G in Nepal to start at NPR 30,000 if it launches here.

Vivo Y70t 5G Price in China  Price in Nepal (Expected)
6/128GB 1,499 Yuan NPR 30,000
8/128GB 1,699 Yuan NPR 33,000
8/256GB 1,999 Yuan NPR 38,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo iQOO 7. 

Google’s new policy makes it difficult for apps to track Android users

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Google’s new policy makes it difficult for apps to track Android users

Google is revising its privacy policies, which makes it more difficult to track Android users. With Android 12, it is quite clear that the company has been prioritizing user privacy over everything else—although maybe not as much as Apple. Now, if users choose to opt out of receiving personalized adverts, developers will no longer have access to their advertising ID. Let’s learn more about the updated advertising ID policy to track users’ web activity from Google.

Google advertising ID to track user data:

Google allows users to enable the ads-personalization option, which shows relevant ads based on their web activity and personal information. But, even if you opt-out of it, applications continue to gather and utilize your data.

However, according to a new blog post shared by Google, if users withdraw from personalized ads, their advertiser identifier (ID) will no longer be available. This makes it far more difficult to track users between apps and websites and use that information to offer adverts. Ultimately, apps cannot, in a way, have a taste of your data now.

What is Advertising ID?

Advertising ID is a unique string (a data type in programming) of user-resettable characters provided by Google Play services. In essence, it is a roll number assigned to each device. Companies, apps use this ID to anonymously track user activity on Android devices.

Following the change, if a user disables personalized adverts, Google will no longer issue an advertising ID to the specific device. As a result, if apps/data companies attempt to access the identifier, it will only return a string of zeros. These changes, interestingly, came after Apple restructured how advertising IDs work on iOS.

What’s next for advertisers?

Google has been the market leader in the world of advertising for over a decade. Likewise, ads account for around 80% of the company’s revenue. As a result, it must also keep advertisers pleased. In order to do so, the tech giant will explore alternate routes.

Implementation

Google will begin implementing the new policy in late 2021 and will expand to include applications running on Google Play-enabled devices in early 2022.

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Pixel Buds A-Series launched as Google’s most affordable TWS earbuds

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Pixel Buds A-Series launched as Google’s most affordable TWS earbuds

After months of speculation, Google has finally launched its affordable pair of TWS earbuds, the Pixel Buds A-Series. Let’s have a look at the specifications, features, availability, and expected price of the Google Pixel Buds A-Series in Nepal.

Google Pixel Buds A-Series Overview:

Design

To begin with, the Pixel Buds A-Series bears an identical design to its predecessor. On the inside of each bud is a new “stabilizer arc”, which the company claims will give a soft yet secure fit. Similarly, the charging case is designed in the same oval shape as the standard Pixel Buds.

Google Pixel Buds A-Series Design

The buds have an IPX4 rating for dust and water resistance and are available in two color configurations: Dark Olive and Clearly White.

Audio

Moving on, the Buds A-Series is equipped with the same 12mm dynamic driver like on the standard Pixel Buds. There is a new Bass Boost feature that should deliver deeper bass. Similarly, as one would expect from a TWS in this price bracket, there is no active noise cancellation feature here.

For clearer calls, it does feature noise reduction. Additionally, it also brings Adaptive Sound adjustment that switches between volume levels depending on your surrounding. In order to differentiate it from the more expensive Pixel Buds, the A-Series has a downgraded touch control mechanism.

Here, a single tap lets you play/pause the music or answer calls. Similarly, double and triple tap skips a track or plays the previous track, respectively. You can also press and hold either bud to summon Google Assistant. Yet, the one thing missing here is the volume control. Unlike the costlier Pixel Buds, the A-Series doesn’t let you swipe the buds to play around with volume levels.

Features

There are some more features Google has slashed here from the previous-gen earbuds, like wireless charging. Pixel Buds A-Series has hands-free access to Google Assistant and real-time translations. Using this, you can still change the volume of buds by saying “Hey Google, turn up/down the volume”. 

Google Pixel Buds A-Series

In terms of battery life, Google says the Buds A-Series will last you up to 5 hours on continuous playback—which can be extended up to 24 hours with the case. Furthermore, the Pixel Buds A-Series supports fast charging, which Google claims will deliver three hours of listening time in 15 minutes. Similarly, one hour of charging fuels the buds to their full capacity.

Google Pixel Buds A-Series Specifications:

  • Weight: 5.10 grams (each bud), 42.52 grams (case)
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.0
  • Driver: Custom-designed 12mm dynamic driver
  • Audio: Passive noise reduction, Spatial vent for in-ear pressure reduction, spatial awareness
  • Certification: IPX4 sweat and water resistance
  • Control: Touch gestures
  • Charging Interface: USB Type-C
  • Battery & Charging: Buds – Up to 5 hours listening time (up to 24 hours of listening time with case)

Google Pixel Buds A-Series Price in Nepal

The price of the Pixel Buds A-Series is USD 99 and it’s available for pre-order on Google’s official website. The shipment is scheduled to begin on June 17. If and when the Google Pixel Buds A-Series arrives in Nepal, we expect its price to be around NPR 13,000.

Earbuds Price (US) Price in Nepal (Expected)
Google Pixel Buds A-Series USD 99 NPR 13,000
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Galaxy A22 5G with Dimensity 700 takes the title for Samsung’s cheapest 5G phone

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Galaxy A22 5G with Dimensity 700 takes the title for Samsung’s cheapest 5G phone

Samsung has just announced its latest 5G smartphone. The new Galaxy A22 5G replaces A32 5G as the cheapest 5G offering from the company. Here, we will be looking at the key specifications and features of the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G, along with its expected price in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy A22 5G Overview:

Design and Display

Galaxy A22 5G is quite big in size. For context, it measures 9.0mm in thickness and weighs 203 grams. Here, Samsung has gone with a 6.6-inch FHD+ TFT panel with an Infinity-V notch. The higher resolution screen is a welcome change compared to most budget 5G Galaxy devices. It even supports a 90Hz refresh rate.

The edges of the phones are rounded for a comfortable grip. At the back, there is a left-aligned square camera bump. Overall, this design is more in line with the M62 instead of other A-series devices like the A32 5G. The phone is available in four colors – Grey, Mint, White, and Violet.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, Galaxy A22 5G packs MediaTek Dimensity 700. It is an 8nm chipset with two Cortex-A76 performance and six Cortex-A55 efficiency cores. The chipset has a dedicated 5G modem with support for dual 5G SIM.

Samsung Galaxy A22 5G Design and Display

The base variant comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB internal storage. Users can also go with 6GB and 8GB RAM variants that arrive with 128GB storage. The memory configuration will vary according to the market. The phone ships with the core version of One UI 3.1 based on Android 11.

Rest of the specs

Galaxy A22 5G flaunts a triple camera setup on the back. The primary camera has a 48MP image sensor. Accompanying it is a 5MP ultra-wide lens, which is rather underwhelming for a mid-range phone in 2021. Similarly, there is a 2MP sensor with a bokeh lens. Moving to the front, the phone has an 8MP selfie camera.

Fueling the device is a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging. The phone supports Dolby Atmos audio, and it features a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

Samsung Galaxy A22 5G Specifications:

  • Body: 167.2 x 76.4 x 9.0mm, 203 gm
  • Display: 6.6-inches FHD+ TFT Infinity-V panel
  • Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G (8nm)
  • Memory: 4/6/8GB RAM, 64/128GB storage (expandable)
  • Rear Camera: Triple (48MP primary, 5MP ultra-wide, 2MP depth)
  • Front Camera: 8MP, f/2.2 lens (notch)
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
  • Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, Dolby Atmos
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 15W fast charging
  • Colors: Mint, Grey, White, Violet

Samsung Galaxy A22 5G Price in Nepal & Availability

Samsung Galaxy A22 5G will soon be available in the UK, where its price is £199 for the 4/64GB variant. The company is yet to launch its 5G-midrange phones in Nepal. Still, if Samsung Galaxy A22 5G makes its way to Nepal, we expect its price to start at NPR 30,000.

Samsung Galaxy A22 5G Price (UK) Price in Nepal (Expected)
4/64GB £199 NPR 30,000
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Nepal’s EV market looks hopeful after the government’s ease of taxation

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Nepal’s EV market looks hopeful after the government’s ease of taxation

During the budget announcement for the fiscal year 2078/79, the Nepal government announced that it is abolishing excise duty tax on electric vehicles (EVs) alongside reduced custom duty. This is a welcome respite for individuals and companies planning to go electric.

Tax on electric vehicles in Nepal:

Excessive Tax

Let’s take a look at the former regulations on EVs in Nepal first. Dr. Yubraj Kathiwada presented the budget last year, raising the excise and customs duty on electric vehicles in Nepal.

The excise charge was upped by 40-80 percent based on the vehicle’s peak power. To make matters worse, the new policy imposed an additional 80 percent on customs on top of the standard 13 percent VAT and 5 percent RDF (Refused Derived Fuel) tax.

Power Excise Duty  Custom Duty VAT & RDF
50-100kW 40% 80% 13% and 5%
100-150kW 50%
150-200kW 60%
200-300kW 70%
300kW and above 80%

Huge cut-down

All of the new proposals announced by the then-Finance Minister culminated in the worst-case scenario for EV enthusiasts in Nepal. It is also the cause for the country’s low imports of electric vehicles during the fiscal year 2077-78.

However, the government’s proposal to eliminate excise duty and customs duties lowered to just 10 – 40% in this year’s budget has been a big relief.

Here, the revised policy sets custom duty tax at 10% for vehicles with less than 100kW of power, 15% on 100-200kW, 30% for 200-300kW, and 40% for electric vehicles with 300kW or more power. The 13% VAT and 5% RDF tax are still payable though.

Power Excise Duty Custom Duty VAT & RDF
Up to 100kW 0% 10% 13% and 5%
100-200kW 15%
200-300kW 30%
300kW and above 40%

Cheery on top

Moving ahead, the government officially announced a policy to replace petroleum vehicles with electric ones by the year 2088. Similarly, in order to attract EV manufacturers, the government has declared that it would grant free land for vehicle assembly and hopes to entice the top ten EV companies in the world.

In addition, Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has already inked a contract of Rs 377.95 million with Wanwang Digital Energy Corporation to establish charging stations in 50 various sites across Nepal. Furthermore, Finance Minister Mr. Bishnu Prasad Paudel stated that 500 additional charging stations will be installed throughout the country.

Electric vs gas vehicles 

Because of the cheap taxes, battery-powered transportation vehicles have grown in popularity in Nepal over the last decade. The tax on gas vehicles is 260%, which is why Nepalese are opting to go electric. 

Unfortunately, the 2077-78 budget had led to an outrageous increase in the overall price of EVs, which is why the market has been unable to catch the public’s attention.

Thankfully, with the updated regulations, we expect that the EV market in Nepal will see a dramatic shift in terms of market growth, prices, and public interest. Likewise, we also expect the plans initiated by this year’s budget would be implemented on a long-term basis.

Tax on electric vehicles in Nepal: Verdict

EVs provide economic benefits by shifting consumption away from imported petroleum to locally generated electricity. Besides this, there’s the environmental benefit to EVs as well. These fuel savings becomes additional income that will be spent mostly in the local economy. Seeing all this, the eased tax policy on electric vehicles in Nepal is definitely a welcome move from the government.

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MiniTool Power Data Recovery: Easy and free data recovery tool

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MiniTool Power Data Recovery: Easy and free data recovery tool

Often, we find ourselves in a situation where we lose some important data from our computers. It could be a result of a system failure, an app crash, or your sibling trying to get back at you. If you are in such a situation, you should check out this Power Data Recovery software from MiniTool. It is a data recovery tool for Windows and Macs that you can start using for free. In this post, we will walk you through the app, its features, and the data recovery process.

MiniTool Power Data Recovery:

Before you begin

To get started, you need to download the Power Recovery Tool, which is readily available from MiniTool Power Data Recovery official website. There are separate download files for Windows and macOS machines. While you are there, do check out their guides.

There are several of them, each of them tackling a certain issue. Since we are here for data recovery, I suggest you refer to this beginner’s guide on retrieving the deleted and lost files. The guide starts with some basic steps that one can forget while in a state of panic. If you go through the guide thoroughly, you may not even need to use the tool.

Getting started

In case, you really need to use the tool, we still have you covered. Once you have downloaded the file, install it on your system. If possible, do not install it on the same partition you are trying to recover data from. You can install the data recovery tool on your preferred location by choosing the custom installation option. Moreover, you can even change the language from there. 

Selecting directory

When you open the app, you will be directed to the home screen, where you can choose the device that you want to recover files from. It could be your system’s drive or an external medium such as a hard drive.

In my case, I needed to recover a file that was on my desktop, so I have selected the “This PC” option here. MiniTool Power Data Recovery Tool allows users to scan a specific folder too. You can use this feature even without a premium subscription.

Recovery process

After you have selected the desired location, you can hit the scan button at the bottom. Once the scan completes, select the file(s) that you want to recover. You can even preview the file to make sure it is exactly the one you need.

Then, right-click on the file and hit recover. You will have to choose the location where you want the recovered file to be. Once completed, you can directly switch to the directory where your recovered file is.

Free vs Premium features

Using the free-tier plan, you can only recover up to 1GB of file. Anything above that requires premium plans. Here, the monthly plans start at $69. You can even get lifetime access to the tool for just $99.

Premium plans have other benefits too. For instance, you can load previous search results and load search results manually. You can even recover files from bootable drives as well.  

MiniTool Power Data Recovery: Verdict

Using the MiniTool Power Data Recovery Tool was easy. One can avoid the hassle of scanning the entire system by limiting it to a specific location. In addition, the preview option comes in handy while searching through the deleted files. The only downside for the free version is the recovery limit of 1GB.  

Samsung Galaxy Book Go launched with ARM chips and 5G options

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Samsung Galaxy Book Go launched with ARM chips and 5G options

Samsung left out Galaxy Book Go from its latest Galaxy Unpacked event where it launched a bunch of laptops. The now-official Galaxy Book Go packs ARM chips and is available in both 4G and 5G variants. Let us learn more about the specs, features, and expected price in Nepal of the Samsung Galaxy Book Go.

Samsung Galaxy Book Go Overview: 

Performance and Memory

This device is different from the rest of the Galaxy Book lineup, as it houses ARM processors. The Wi-Fi-only and 4G variants are powered by the second-generation Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c chip.

On the other hand, the 5G variant packs Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2. Moving on, the Galaxy Book Go is configurable with up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of eUFS storage. The latter is expandable via an external MicroSD card.

Samsung Galaxy Book Go Chassis

Display and Design

Galaxy Book Go has MIL-STD-810G certification against extreme temperature, thermal shock, vibration, low pressure, and humidity. The hinge can unfold all the way to 180º. Likewise, it has an FHD IPS display with a 14-inch diagonal length. The bezels are thin on the sides. The laptop weighs just 1.38kg and is 14.9mm thick.

Samsung Galaxy Book Go Display and Keyboard

Battery and Connectivity

Feuling the whole setup is a 42.3 Wh battery. It supports 25W charging via the USB-C port. In terms of I/O, Galaxy Book Go features two USB Type-C, one Type-A, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a MicroSD card, a Nano security slot, and a SIM slot.

For wireless connectivity, there is support for dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1. Like I mentioned in the beginning, users can opt for 4G and 5G-ready models as well. Its dual-speaker setup has Dolby Atmos for surround sound. Other features include an HD webcam and digital mic.

Galaxy Book Go in Samsung Ecosystem

Samsung Galaxy Book Go can easily fit into your Galaxy ecosystem. You can make calls, reply to texts by synchronizing the laptop to your phone. Similarly, you can add the Galaxy Tab S7 series as a secondary screen to Galaxy Book.

It supports easy Bluetooth connection across different Galaxy devices too. Other smart features include Link to Windows, Microsoft Your Phone, Smart Switch, and Quick Share.

Samsung Galaxy Book Go Specifications: 

  • Dimension: 323.9 x 224.8 x 14.9mm
  • Display: 14″ TFT display, 1920 x 1080 pixels
  • CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c Gen 2 / Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2
  • Memory: 4/8GB LDDR4X RAM, 64/128GB eUFS
  • OS: Windows 10 Home/Pro
  • Ports: 2x USB Type-C, 1x USB Type-A, 1x MicroSD card reader, 1x 3.5mm headphone jack, 1x SIM slot
  • Connectivity: 4G LTE/5G (optional), dual-band Wi-Fi ac (2×2), Bluetooth 5.1
  • Others: 720p webcam, Dolby Atmos, Digital Mic
  • Battery: 42.3Whr Li-ion, 25W USB-C charging

Samsung Galaxy Book Go Price in Nepal

The price of the Samsung Galaxy Book Go starts at $349 for the Wi-Fi-only model. It will go on sale starting June 10. The price of LTE and 5G variants are unknown for now. We expect the price of the Samsung Galaxy Book Go in Nepal to start at NPR 45,000 if and when it launches here.

Samsung Galaxy Book Go Price (US) Price in Nepal (Expected)
Wi-Fi, Qualcomm 7c $349 NPR 45,000
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Microsoft to unveil “the next generation of Windows” later this month

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Microsoft to unveil “the next generation of Windows” later this month

Microsoft introduced Windows 10 in 2015, and the company has been upgrading it ever since. In the past, a new version of Windows would be released every three to six years. And as Windows 10 has entered its sixth year, Microsoft has now announced that the “next generation of Windows” is ready to be unveiled—which could be Windows 11.

The next generation of Windows:

To recall, when Windows 10 was officially announced, Microsoft stated that it won’t release another major version of the popular desktop operating system. Instead, they will continue to release updates to the existing environment as new features are developed.

Even as Windows 10 marks its sixth anniversary this year, Microsoft hasn’t introduced big upgrades here—especially in terms of how it looks. But that may change with the “next generation of Windows” that we’re unofficially calling Windows 11. Microsoft has sent invites to different media houses for the virtual launch event, at which the company will introduce the next version of Windows.

Windows 11?

Yet, we can’t comment about the certainty of the name since Microsoft hasn’t disclosed any official information in this regard. However, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella promises that this will be the most significant upgrade to Windows in over a decade. And as you may know, Windows 8 introduced the biggest change in the history of Windows OS although it wasn’t very successful.

For some time, the company has been working on a Windows desktop user interface dubbed “Sun Valley”. Microsoft first released its latest updates through the Windows Insider Program. However, it has been tight-lipped on its full details. And the upcoming event will reveal what Micorosft has been up to in the past years.

Launch date

Microsoft will unveil “the next generation of Windows” (Windows 11) at a virtual event taking place on June 24 (11 AM Eastern Time). You can join the live stream here.

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